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National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue
Play by Jack Thorne directed by Sam Mendes The fierce and funny five-star play returns to the big screen. Sam Mendes (The Lehman Trilogy) directs Mark Gatiss in an Olivier Award-winning performance as John Gielgud. 1964: Richard Burton (Johnny Flynn), newly married to Elizabeth Taylor (Tuppence Middleton), is set to play the title role in an experimental new Broadway production of Hamlet under Gielgud’s exacting direction. But as rehearsals progress, two ages of theatre collide and the collaboration between actor and director soon threatens to unravel. From multi-award-winning writer Jack Thorne (Adolescence), this acclaimed production was filmed live during its sold-out London run in 2023. Press Quotes ★★★★★ ‘Mark Gatiss is superb as Sir John Gielgud’ - Financial Times ★★★★ ‘A love letter to theatre’ - Evening Standard ★★★★ ‘Will give you goosebumps’ - Independent ★★★★★ ‘Immaculately directed by Sam Mendes’ - Times ★★★★★ ‘A witty, deft, touching evocation of a fascinating, fraught encounter’ - Telegraph
National Theatre Live: Golden Boy

National Theatre Live: Golden Boy

14 Nov 2026 - 28 Jan 2027

1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with a future in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him into the brutal world of professional boxing. He must confront what he's willing to sacrifice, who he's willing to become and how to find his place in a world that demands he choose a side. Brought to life with a live string quartet and filmed live from the Almeida Theatre, Olivier Award-winner Sam Yates (Vanya) directs this propulsive drama exploring ambition, identity, and the high price of success.
National Theatre Live: Hay Fever

National Theatre Live: Hay Fever

14 Jan 2027 - 8 Apr 2027

Play by Noël Coward directed by Emily Burns Emmy and Tony winner Christine Baranski makes her West End debut alongside Academy Award-nominated stage and screen legend Richard E. Grant in Noël Coward’s irresistible comedy. Judith Bliss retired from her life-on-stage and she misses the applause. Idling away at their country home, the rest of the family are too self-involved to be a good audience. So, Judith invites a young fan as her guest for the weekend. But unbeknownst to her, each of the Blisses has a guest of their own arriving at the very same time. Filmed live from the West End, Emily Burns directs this stinging new production. Press Quotes ★★★★ ‘A riotous new production of Noel Cowards' classic' - Metro ★★★★ ‘A delicious West End confection' - WhatsOnStage ★★★★ 'A ridiculous, unpredictable, theatrical, damn good evening out' - Radio Times
Hexed
Animation
Disney
Family

Hexed

26 Nov 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

In Walt Disney Animation Studios' all-new magical coming-of-age saga, Hexed, an impulsive and unconventional teenage girl named Billie discovers secret magical abilities which, once unleashed, hurtle her into a spectacle-lled journey out of suburbia and into a vast witch realm called Hexe. Forced to team up with her cautious mother, Alice, they uncover family mysteries that could change the world of witches forever.
Festive Fun with Peppa Cinema Experience
Join Peppa Pig and her family at the cinema for a festive big-screen experience as they celebrate Evie's first Christmas! Share in the excitement of Christmas Day as the family of five reflect on treasured seasonal memories. From snowy adventures and festive plays to decorating the tree, this hour-long cinema experience brings together 7 classic festive-themed Peppa Pig episodes and 4 brand-new songs that little ones can dance and sing along to. Filled with laughter, music and heart-warming moments, this special cinema experience is the perfect family day out during the Christmas season. So grab your hats, scarves and gloves and enjoy the magic of the season along with your favourite piggies at the Festive Fun with Peppa Cinema Experience!
Metropolitan Opera: La Fanciulla del West
The Metropolitan Opera LA FANCIULLA DEL WEST Puccinis exhilarating drama of the Wild West returns in a new staging by Richard Jones, marking the companys first new production of La Fanciulla del West in more than 30 years. Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky makes her role debut as Minnie, the tough tavern owner with a heart of gold who finds love when she least expects it. Tenor SeokJong Baek is the dashing bandit who rambles into the remote California mining town to steal her heart, opposite baritone Christopher Maltman as the lawman determined to deliver justiceand win Minnie for himself. Maestro Keri-Lynn Wilson takes the podium to conduct one of operas most action-packed adventures, live from the Met stage to cinemas worldwide.
Arthur Christmas

Arthur Christmas

20 Nov 2026 - 24 Dec 2026

Join us for a festive fun afternoon for all the family with our film 'Arthur Christmas' and lots of Christmas activities! We are excited to have Santa here in his Grotto, every child will get a small gift from Santa, included in the ticket price. There will be face painting (extra charge), pick and mix sweets to buy, Letters to Santa to go in our special Postbox, stockings to colour and hang on the fireplace, plus our cafe and bar will be open, selling festive drinks and cakes. Fancy dress or Christmas jumpers is definitely encouraged! U Running time Film- 1 hour 37 minutes.
The Cat in the Hat
Adventure
Animation
Family

The Cat in the Hat

4 Dec 2026 - 13 Dec 2026

Meet The Cat in the Hat you don't know! In the wonderfully whimsical tradition of Dr. Seuss, The Cat in the Hat comes to the big screen in his animated theatrical feature film debut, an all-new, epic adventure with an edge, where mischief, magic and mayhem reign supreme. Doing what he does best, the Cat (voiced by Bill Hader) spreads joy to kids in his hilarious, signature and singularly irreverent way, transporting them and audiences on a fantastical journey through a world they've never seen before.

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